Cost of Living in Avalon, GA

With a cost of living index of 72, Avalon, GA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 28% cheaper than the national average and 10% below the Georgia state average of 82. Avalon is a small community of 343 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Avalon's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $875 (34% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $153,400 (50% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Avalon is $48,750, which is 35% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Avalon. The area sees an average annual temperature of 61.4°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 45°F. Annual rainfall totals 49 inches spread over roughly 127 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.